Gimmie Some Lovin - The Spencer Davis Group | College Students' FIRST TIME REACTION!

[@jasonremy1627]

Stevie Winwood is a stone cold music genius. He plays organ and piano and sings on this, and he was only 18 at the time. He's been in so many great groups over the years and has a great solo career.

[@fmtalks1386]

16 y.o.

[@markgrant5305]

Plus he is an amazing guitarist and highly competent drummer. There isn’t anything he can’t do. I bought Keep On Running in Jan 66 and was hooked. I’ve seen him in Traffic and as a solo artist, plus playing keyboards in Eric Clapton’s comeback concert in Jan 1973.

[@ronbruno5942]

I thought Winwood was 15 when recorded this, but ill take your word for it. Sometimes your forget how young Stevie when he started out. Same with Neal Schon with Santana, i think he was 17 also when he did Black Magic Woman.

[@corvus1374]

Stevie got his start playing in clubs with his father and brother when he was too young to legally perform in bars, so they turned the piano so he could hide behind it and the crowd couldn't see how young he was. He was eight.

[@norair1010]

He also had a hand in writing it.

[@2zxodcfm]

S-tier for me , guys. I'm in my 70s. I've seen them all. Steve Winwood remains on the top plateau with very few artists of my life. Even in his 70's as a solo keyboard and guitar giant he is still jaw droppingly awesome vocally and instrumentally. Such a treasure. Thank God, he's captured for history.

[@dogstar7]

67 here, stands the test of time. Stevie was only 17 and I thought he was a chitlin circuit veteran like Otis Redding or a Bo Diddley R&B rave-up rocker. This sounded to my ears like a live club recording done by the boys from Muscle Shoals

[@David-iv6je]

They should probably just listen to every single song on the Big Chill soundtrack, eh? 😆😆

[@tracycampbell3060]

Eric Clapton loved Stevie too. Great time to be alive!

[@derkommissar785]

Arc of a Diver was kinda crappy

[@ronaldstokes4841]

@@derkommissar785 Then check out 'Roll With It, Baby'. Great video too!

[@kevinpolito1529]

When a local band played this back in the day, the opening notes had everybody running to the dance floor. One of the greatest dance tunes ever.

[@scottboswell6406]

Facts!

[@glenndespres5317]

No doubt!

[@kylesuperbaby9616]

Easy to play too!

[@alconstantineau1063]

Yes! Turn out the gym lights and FLASH 'em! Also the two Kinks songs, "You Really Got Me" and "All Day and All of the Night"!!

[@nyrocks5580]

Alex wins the internet today with this quote about Stevie Winwood: "That man is a gift to rock and roll."

[@DreamsSketcher]

And….”Cornucopia of sonic wonderment” and “like you dropped the Doobie Brothers in glitter!”.

[@joannemoyer5525]

That he truly is!

[@daveman_50]

This was released when I was about 10. What stood out: (1) the voice ... little did I know it was a 17-year old white English kid; (2) the THICK organ sound; (3) the party atmosphere; and ... (4) the cowbell!! yesss!! - I honestly think this one song is the origin of the "more cowbell" movement!

[@MycontentisgoldJerryGold]

Finally, somebody actually mentioned the cowbell. For shame, A&A.

[@aspenward390]

I imagine Will Farrell every time I hear this.

[@j.w.matney8390]

Likewise, I got clued into this by the older brothers of my friends. Good times.

[@jameskirschling7887]

I was 7 when this was released. Fortunately for me I shared a bedroom with two teenage brothers. I got a great start listening to some of the best music ever made.

[@jaybengston1164]

For a long time I didn't realize the vocalist was a white guy, either, lol.

[@nflr92]

Jake and Elwood Blues immortalized this song with their legendary version performed at Bob's Country Bunker in 79

[@michaeldaniels8462]

That's 17 year old little Stevie Winwood bringing it like Brother Ray himself!

[@joecalabria3472]

It's a no question, all-time great S-tier song, and has remained so for almost 60 years now.

[@lreadlResurrected]

Stevie was 16 on this recording--actually 15, the record came out days after he turned 16. Amazing.

[@jasonremy1627]

No, he was born in 48 and this was recorded in 66. He was 17.

[@jaquestraw1]

I have him beat, I was 7 when this came out 🙃

[@karenduell1027]

@@jasonremy1627 That is correct.

[@sinenominecc]

All true!

[@tomward6689]

18. Winwood was born in 1948, this came out in 1966

[@libsterella]

"It's like you dropped the Doobie Brothers in glitter" - I'm not sure how Alex comes up with these analogies but they are spot on. And this is why A&A are my favorite channel for music reactions. (You just never know what is going to come out of Alex's brain!)

[@-Ricky_Spanish-]

Steve Winwood is just simply one of the greatest vocalists ever. Even his 80's stuff is incredible.

[@allisonreed7682]

Absolutely agree!

[@sallyphillips9175]

While you see a chance, take it!

[@Vonlang001]

The Spencer Davis Group had two top 10 hits in the USA, this and "I'm a Man". They had more hits in the UK including one of my favorites: "Keep on Running".

[@DandyLion662a]

Keep On Running is the song I think best shows off Winwood's vocals.

[@Vonlang001]

@@DandyLion662a I agree.

[@tomgroover1839]

Somebody Help Me was a modest hit, got airplay in Nashville: kzbin.info/www/bejne/mIjIdmairqZ0lZo

[@Vonlang001]

@@tomgroover1839 Top 50 in the US. Number 1 in the UK.

[@nancy9478]

I'm a Man, bith Winwood and Chicago versions kick butt!!!

[@johnmavroudis2054]

Steve Winwood was a fetus when he recorded this. I believe it was the first time a fetus-lead band made the Top 10. He was pretty badass. You should definitely hit XTC: "Complicated Game."

[@calebclunie4001]

LOL THIS WINS. HERE IS, YOUR WOOD! 🌳🌲🌴🎋🎄

[@amosglitterz2649]

This song was the perfect Blues Brothers cover, too! You smile when you hear the original, smile bigger when Belushi does it! Perfect!

[@djhaugh9514]

I was 16 when this came out and it's spent 56 years in my all time top ten.

[@antarcticorb9197]

I don't care what club, school dance, radio station, wedding reception etc., This song played there back in the day.

[@jaquestraw1]

Intro to this track absolutely iconic! One of those songs that you never switch from if it comes on the radio.

[@rubenascenciojr6223]

14 years old when this came out. My grandkids called this a banger when they heard this.

[@mscommerce]

1966, 18 year old British kid forms band, writes lyrics, plays two instruments, sings the blues sounding like an old Black guy, and hits it out of the park. What's not to like? S-Tier banger.

[@lynnehatton1239]

Stevie Winwood playing 'Can't Find My Way Home' live with Eric Clapton is unbelievable.

[@emmakaplan7508]

Steve Winwood is awesome. Just a teenager when they recorded this and he was so soulful!!

[@sibkiss2009]

One of the memorable songs

[@jenniferb8590]

This is such a classic that I am amazed how deprived you young guys are that it wasn't familiar to you. Glad I grew up with so much good music and am grateful to be reminded by you guys!

[@oldskool4612]

I don't mean this in a mean way but I often wonder what their parents listened to when they were growing up. It's probably me I'm getting to old born in 60.

[@svtinker]

The depravity is one thing but what really disappoints me is all the partyers from that time are gone.

[@brxee]

But take heart from the fact that when they do hear it, it hits home!

[@BlazinRiver1]

crazy elephant gimme gimme good lovin

[@jimreadey4837]

What's the matter with you, Jennifer...? This song is 56 yrs. old! They're in their early 20s. Think of how much more music they've been exposed to than you were at that age. And how many songs do you know from the *1930s...?* You might want to stop being amazed by what you call their "deprivation" and just enjoy the abundant ride they, and we, are all on....

[@Cheryworld]

Steve Winwood - one of the most beautiful voices of all time

[@Jules-um4yy]

This is such a classic - perfect way to start the weekend!!💃 Steve Winwood on vocals and organ has such a long history playing with different bands and artists. I believe he wrote this song along with Spencer Davis and Muff Winwood. Thanks so much guys for reacting to this one!🧡

[@karenduell1027]

One of the best songs from one of the best groups of the mid '60s! Steve Winwood was only 17 or 18 when he co-wrote this song. Yall should also react to another great song of theirs called "I'm a Man." Both songs are on my '60s playlist. Great way to start the weekend guys, thanks!

[@papagriz33]

"I'm a Man" is a great tune. Both the SDG version & Chicago's cover are great.

[@creech54]

"I'm a Man" is a must check out!

[@richardnanian2446]

They responded to the Chicago version years ago, when they didn’t even have a real set yet.

[@PaulRoehl-fi1iw]

Also from 1966, "The Sun Ain't Gonna Shine Anymore", No. 1 hit in the UK by the US group The Walker Brothers. Great lead vocal by the now legenday deceased Scott Walker.

[@roryeames9608]

I was 8 when i saw this band sing this on ready steady go a music program on english television never get tired of it Scott Walker had a great voice

[@murraybozinsky7067]

that song makes me shed a few tears.

[@timselewski3010]

Absolutely a MUST LISTEN. "The Sun Ain't Gonna Shine Anymore" is an absolute CLASSIC. Such an incredible recording

[@evangeline3152]

It’s so strange to watch someone listen to this for the first time because I literally can’t remember my life before I heard this song. I hear the intro and it’s almost part of my DNA at this point. What a great choice for a Friday afternoon guys!!

[@WhizzingFish12]

Little Stevie Winwood - he was like 17 when he sang this. Man what a career he had. If you all want to hear another stunning young vocalist, listen to Andrew Strong with the Commitments. He was also a teenager and sounds like Joe Cocker at his best.

[@raptordreamer]

Steve Winwood was a child prodigy on piano. At age 8, he toured with his father and brother, and played in bars around Britain. Because he was underage, they had to strategically place him on the stage. Such a great song!

[@alexr1301]

17 year old Steve Winwood singing like a 40 year old black man! Amazing!

[@MiddleMalcolm]

"Dropped the Doobie Brothers in glitter." 😂 Beautiful!

[@scottboswell6406]

This song feels like it's NEVER been off the Top 10 list! In the 80's this was still setting off parties and getting people moving! A+ indeed!

[@nathanbrown816]

Indeed. When I play it on the Hammond today, it's always something that gets the people moving.

[@nicksylvester426]

Just your average am radio hit back in the day . Lucky to have lived through that.

[@wbychowski]

Nothing will ever replace the sound of a Hammond B3 organ played through the Leslie 122 speaker. Love it! It was always worth the price of the extra roadie that it cost to haul it to shows.

[@mikelundquist4596]

Yes! I used to play guitar through a Leslie. Had a 122 and a 147. Carrying one up my 4 front steps at 3am sucked though.

[@Mr5thWave]

A re-visit to Three Dog Night and "Chest Fever" would reveal the greatest rock organ riff imho opinion.

[@johndavids4780]

My band reformed when I was 22 fresh back from Vietnam a few months. We played all of the regional clubs and this was our opening song 1st set and we modeled it exactly like the record. Best opening song ever with The Beatles version of Kansas City a close second.

[@armadillotoe]

We were just forming our 1st band when this came out. I was in Jr. High and most of the others guys were in High School. We did a very bad version of this, but everyone enjoyed it. Thanks for the memories. RIP Joe, you were a good man and keyboard player. RIP Ricky, you were an entertaining bass player. Dennis my brother, we played guitars well together. I am so sorry for your health problems. I have lost contact with Bob, the singer, with loose ankles, and Kenny, his brother, and drummer. Thank you guys for a great time and wonderful experience.

[@strayling1]

It's the organ that makes it for me. I just imagine that thing with smoke pouring out the sides, leaking oil and misfiring on two cylinders to produce that incredible sound.

[@surlechapeau]

A&A, You’ll love Steve Winwood’s "Roll With It", “Higher Love”, “The Finer Things” , “Valerie” and “While You See A Chance!!!! You’ll love Spencer Davis Group's "I'm a Man"!! You’ve done Steve Winwood in Traffic and Blind Faith, time for Steve solo!!! edit- oops, forgot Steve's "Back in the High Life Again"!!

[@paulobrien9572]

Don't forget Roll with It

[@surlechapeau]

@@paulobrien9572 thank you, added it

[@zenclover8468]

I forgot about "I'm a man" , that is a cool tune.

[@JamesRea2]

@@zenclover8468 While You See A Chance

[@kathytoy5055]

"Arc of a Diver"

[@submandave1125]

Surprised no one has mentioned the huge hit had by the Blues Brothers cover in the '80s. Kind-of a novelty act, but the musicians were top notch, including both Duck Dunn and Steve Cropper and they put out some real solid sounds.

[@joelhahn2501]

Tell us Andy & Alex haven't seen (or don't remember) the Blues Brothers movie without telling us they haven't seen it... (That said, the original is the superior version, so I'm glad they reacted to this one!)

[@submandave1125]

@@joelhahn2501 I think they have, but IIRC "Give Me Some Lovin'" only gets a few opening bars before Bob cuts the electricity to the stage.

[@LadyIarConnacht]

Dang! Where are Jake and Elwood?? Gotta love this track.

[@Trendyflute]

@@joelhahn2501 They definitely saw it, it was intended to be a patreon movie reaction a year or so ago but they had audio problems with it and never released it. But they did watch it.

[@nettiemac]

“This ain’t no Hank Williams song!” - Country Bob

[@bobbi_mcb]

Listening to this song always reminds me of the movie "The Big Chill." Excellent movie, and one of the best most cool movie soundtracks ever made! 🎶 🎬 🎙

[@jennifercoyote]

I’ve suggested that movie to them several times and just pointed out that the rest of the soundtrack lives up to this song. Fingers crossed they’ll eventually get to it!

[@bobbi_mcb]

@@jennifercoyote I hope they'll eventually watch it. 🤞 The movie is from a completely different era ... the baby boomer era. But I think they'll enjoy the movie if not for the strong ensemble acting, definitely for the unforgettable soundtrack. 🎶

[@tracithomas6543]

That soundtrack is bloody amazing - this, Procol Harum’s A Whiter Shade of Pale are absolute anthems of the ‘60’s.

[@bobbi_mcb]

@@tracithomas6543 Yes! Could not agree more! 💯

[@WhizzingFish12]

100% agree. It's a fantastic compilation of classic rock, soul, and Motown songs. I burned this album up when it first came out.

[@R-uh8sk]

This song could be a hit today or in a hundred years! Timeless!

[@jeannieschmidt2217]

Higher Love is still my all time fave by Steve. With Chakakhan as a backup vocalist - it's pretty well perfection.

[@bobstewart1668]

"It's like: he dropped the DOOBIE BROTHERS in glitter!" Bahahahahaaa! Perfect!

[@elizabethusilton516]

Damn dudes, what an unexpected treat this was. Mr. Winwood continues to impress with stellar numbers like this little gem. I loved the whole feel-good but still down-and-dirty rockin' vibe of it. Gimme some more music from this man!

[@geraldmulvey5646]

This song takes me back to dancing in the basement of the house my roommates and I rented while attending Oregon State University. One of the best dance songs of all time.

[@Keepee66]

Some of his best work is with Jimi Hendrix on The Electric Ladyland album. They both admired each other so much they could not believe they were playing together! Mr. Winwood is ACES baby! I think it is time for a British Invasion Saturday.... right after another Black History Month. Have a great weekend boys. L💞ve from Canada!

[@aceridr50]

1968 My senior year of HS in Bangkok Thailand drinking beer at the Yard of Ale and when this song came on the whole place just erupts. One of greatest drinking songs ever. One of my fondest memories.

[@kw9918]

This song is epic, S-tier all the way.

[@OronOfMontreal]

After Winwood left the Spencer Davis band, for their final album and tour they hired a new rhythm section: Dee Murray on bass guitar and Nigel Olsson on drums. Nigel and Dee soon afterward joined Elton John and became the core of Elton's band, including their heart-stopping vocal harmonies. On Elton's first live album, "11-17-70", it was just Elton and his piano, Dee and Nigel and their instruments and voices. No guitars, no electronic keyboards, no string sections. Three young men who electrified their audiences and became instant legends, on their very first tour of the U.S. You ought to react to "Bad Side of the Moon", or "Burn Down the Mission" from this raw, live album.

[@jamesdignanmusic2765]

Prime Northern Soul. The young Steve Winwood was a force of nature. Started singing songs like this when he was about 14, and recorded this when he was 18. Brilliant vocalist, and he could make that Hammond organ sing. So many great songs. Try their song "Keep On Running". Also try Steve's later solo song "Night Train"

[@maryt2290]

This is one of those songs that always needed to exist, and again surprised you haven’t heard. Movies, TV - it’s been everywhere. S Tier without question.

[@kentishmale1969]

It's an S Plus !!! One of the very greatest song that's ever been recorded - a teenager from Birmingham England, Steve Winwood, with the voice of a 50 year old man from Georgia USA !!

[@donaldromesburg1902]

A gift to rock and roll . That is a perfect complement for him . Thank you . Keep on Rockin

[@actuariallurker9650]

Been asking for this one for over a year in Patreon poll building in Discord and finally snuck it in when we built 4 polls in mid-December! From the thumbnail it looks like they loved it. Steve Winwoods wrote this at age 17, The band prior hit knocked the Beatles out of #1 on the UK charts in January 1966. Would love to see them do mire Traffic and solo Winwood from the Arc of the Diver album....

[@larrylawson2912]

Stevie Windwood was/is a musical genius. He was 17 when he recorded this song with the Spencer Davis Group, and 18 about the time it was released. That's his singing and playing keyboards for this monster hit song. I was a sophomore in high school when it came out, and me an my friends loved it.

[@Themonk63]

Very much looking forward to their reaction. Great song!

[@The_Philosopher_King701]

This is a great song to see live. The musicians each take turns going crazy.

[@no2all]

1966 was a great year for music. Here are some of the other top high-energy hits of that year: "Good Lovin'" - The Rascals "Devil with a Blue Dress On/Good Golly Miss Molly" - Mitch Ryder and the Detroit Wheels "Land of 1000 Dances" - Wilson Pickett "Secret Agent Man" - Johnny Rivers "Wipeout" - The Safaris

[@gbdewbery]

mid eighties, the dj at my favourite club started playing this. Got everyone grooving, old and young and inbetween. So infectious, good fun usually is.

[@mariaportengen2959]

This was a big hit in my youth, I was about 10 years old then. Even then I loved it. 🎶🎶🎶❤️❤️❤️

[@becksullivan4796]

Oh my WORD!! I LOVE this song. Drive down the road, windows down, pounding on the side of the car! Seriously!

[@lubilou64]

Steve Winwood!!!! What a voice.

[@unclestinky6388]

This song has been a bar band staple for 50 years plus. It's the type of song that people usually heard somewheres

[@badsherman1193]

Essential Steve W: The entire "Low Spark of HIgh Heeled Boys" album by Traffic; other than the first two tracks (which are still awesome), the album rocks with incredible guitar work. The album that preceded, John Barleycorn Must Die, is equally classic, but a bit more acoustic-oriented. Also check out "40,000 Headmen" from 2nd Traffic album, so atmospheric it almost plays like a movie.

[@troilusand]

Have you seen this recent rendition of Steve playing an unplugged version of Low Spark? kzbin.info/www/bejne/mImnlIOlmq6rY6c

[@badsherman1193]

@@troilusand Fantastic! Thanks! The man is ageless!

[@FloDiBona]

Thank you for this! Yes,1966. What a great morning wake up song! It was a great time to experience the music.

[@racing2cat]

For me, this song is now forever entertained with the demolition derby scenes from "Days of Thunder!" It fit the mood perfectly. Great reaction - and now I'm also going to always think of the Doobie Brothers dipped in glitter, so thank you Alex, for that. 🙂❤🤘

[@6teezkid]

Wow! I was 10 years old and couldn't get enough of the constant radio play when it came out. And in the past 56 years, I've still listened to it without ever once saying I'm tired of it. Was impossible! Stevie Winwood was what he was called then. He was a teenager when this song was cut. Wow, we were so lucky to have this kind of music every day for years.

[@lumin3370]

If y’all ever get a chance to see Stevie Winwood LIVE, I promise you won’t be disappointed. He’s my man, thnx guys! 🔥

[@copperhopperwarren4788]

Absolutely agree! I saw him live outside on a pier in San Francisco & the sound of him and that organ really stick with you. It was a free fireworks show put on by a local radio station KFOG. They always had a absolutely killer lineup for the pre-show and then synced the fireworks to a soundtrack that they played on their station... Everybody was encouraged to bring some sort ofsound system out and tune in ..... Ended up providing a perfect background... *Edited for spelling error

[@richardnanian2446]

Too true. I saw him open for Steely Dan in 2016. He did every song you’d want him to, from every era, and he sounded as great as ever. I love Steely Dan, but Donald Fagen definitely can’t sing like he used to. He let back-up singers take several of the choruses.

[@davekump1532]

This song was a staple at parties. How could you not dance?

[@tjtampa214]

Yep great song - very fun jam for the band and the crowd. Nothin' serious but just gettin' together. 💯 I'm so glad we made it!

[@kevinmiller7408]

"It's like you dipped the Doobie Brothers in glitter" lmao, best description ever.

[@floorticket]

Grateful Dead covered this song eighty-seven times between 1984 and 1990. Eighty-six of them with Brent Mydland on keys. They played it one more time after Brent passed with new keyboardist Vince Welnick and shelved it. Just not the same without Mydland on the Hammond B3 and backing vocals. The even played it a couple times with Spencer Davis sitting in.

[@francescam9539]

They had a lot of fun with it. Jerry was never the same without Pigpen.

[@jollyj3285]

Definitely one of the most iconic song intros ever....and you always wanna dance

[@Bass_Playa_Two_Point.O]

I saw him open for Steely Dan at the Mid-Florida Center, July of '16. His voice was still perfect! His guitarist was "unavailable" so he and his saxophonist took turns on Guitar as necessary. It was seamless. A true showman!

[@pbeadsnyc1014]

It wasn’t his saxophonist on guitar it was all him but the saxophonist, Paul Booth is multitalented and filled in with extra solos . Must of been great , I know they added 40,000 Headmen to the set .

[@Bass_Playa_Two_Point.O]

@@pbeadsnyc1014 thank you for the correction. Much appreciated!

[@pbeadsnyc1014]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/f3_Gq2Znm7CqrdU

[@Bass_Playa_Two_Point.O]

@@pbeadsnyc1014 Yep, that it. Hot and humid. I was right about the same distance but a bit more to the left.

[@kentishmale1969]

Steve Winwood shouldn't be opening for anyone !!

[@danmajors6786]

Saw Stevie play this in London outdoors. The whole, massive crowd was dancing.

[@CapAnson12345]

This is one of those mega seminal, influential songs in popular music. It's just S tier by definition.

[@thefuge5]

Speaking of "Dear Mr. Fantasy", time for you two to get back to some Traffic. Check out "Low Spark of High-Heeled Boys" or "Glad / Freedom Rider" - which is actually two tracks, but they need to be played together.

[@murraybozinsky7067]

Steve Winwood is one of my favourites artists, rock royalty. I'm so glad he's being appreciated for his contribution to our musical heritage. His 80's reinvention (a rare accomplishment, most could not adapt) was just more evidence that he ranks among the greats.

[@elizabethfranco1284]

Hard to believe he was only 15 going on 16 amazing

[@cindysimpson1046]

I play this religiously at our favorite drinking establishment. Always gets everyone kicking!

[@zenclover8468]

Traffic has a bunch of hits, i like "john barleycorn must die" and of course " higher love" from his solo stuff.

[@johndef5075]

Steves very mature voice at that young age is amazing! Great fun!

[@allisonreed7682]

Steve Winwood was a teenager when this was recorded and released in 1966. The following year, The Box Tops released the song "The Letter" with 16yo Alex Chilton (later of Big Star) belting out the vocals with the weathered soul of a 40yo. It's time for y'all to check out The Box Tops and come back around to Big Star!

[@markgrant5305]

Just listened to that today. m.kzbin.info/www/bejne/o4vVo2ZjabqpotU still sounds great!

[@allisonreed7682]

@@markgrant5305 it never gets old. It leaves me in awe every time I listen to it.

[@brianmiller1077]

and then the song "Alex Chilton" by The Replacements.

[@allisonreed7682]

@@brianmiller1077 absolutely, yes!

[@marktait2371]

yeh yalli still have the bh starcd comp around here somewhere had to revisit

[@nettiemac]

Got to see Steve Winwood a few years back and he STILL puts on a great show!! This was the closing and we were all singing along. PS: this was the first song the Blues Brothers tried to sing at Bob’s Country Bunker but then….

[@FizzFop1]

"I'm a man" and "Searchin" are two other great song by The Spencer Davis Group.

[@dalejohnson4256]

Saw Stevie Winwood in Fort Worth a while back. It's a small-ish venue, but he brought the sound! What a musician!

[@tylerhackner9731]

Classic!

[@OronOfMontreal]

One of my three favourite, all-time great pure Rock n Roll songs. The best ever organ run, one of the best bass lines ever written. AMazing vocals from a 16 year old Steve Winwood.

[@mattshaw6180]

For Spencer Davis Group work, "I'm a Man" is likely the next best-known, but their version of "Nobody Knows You When You're Down and Out" is _outrageously_ soulful.

[@user-mg1p]

This song could be a hit in a 100 years time! What a great sound! Better than S tier!

[@tomkay7612]

Steve’s performances featuring theHammond organ with Leslie speakers is a highlight of his talents. Others have used it as well and it’s sound is instantly recognizable.

[@MrSmartAlec]

Great memories at the swimming pool when this song came on. People danced in the water, on the diving board, everywhere.

[@ButternutGOLD]

MC 5 : kick out the jams

[@lindawulfkoenig4907]

This was one of those great "It's Friday afternoon, school's out and and I've got a date tonight" songs, just fired you up for the weekend! The radio stations played this several times a day in its heyday and it's still on all oldies and classic rock stations' playlists.

[@flor9389]

I’m a Man. You have to do that one.

[@lindakessler8768]

I'm a Man is another great song you will enjoy. Cracks me up how astonished you are about how good music was in 1966...we were a rockin generation guys. 😎😁

[@FH99]

I first heard this song in the movie "Days of Thunder." The bass line just stuck with me ever since. It's incredible that it was a teenager singing this and playing the organ. Steve Winwood is an amazing talent.

[@lakecrazy]

Grateful Dead 🎉 had this in rotation for years for a reason..excellent song!

[@arthurmarx6427]

The other big Spencer Davis Group hit was "I'm a Man," which you've heard in the later Chicago Transit Authority version.